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1996 Angletech Altitude T/C

Velopedia Archive ID 57509

Overview

Model year1996
BrandAngletech
ModelAltitude T/C
Bicycle typeRecumbent
Archive ID57509
Original MSRP$2,500.00
ColorsBuyer's choice
SizesLarge, medium
Weight29.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame material4130 chromoly
ForkBallistic
Fork materialAluminum, bonded, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockRisse, 1.5" travel

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore XT
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-600
Front derailleurSachs Quarz, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetSugino Fuse 500, 38/50/61 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN51, 115 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs3-speed internal x 7-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs SC40, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesMagura Hydraulic HS22 brakes, Magura Hydrostop levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset DL-2
HandlebarRans alloy
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemRans alloy
SaddleRecumbant mesh seat
SeatpostN/A

Wheels & tires

RimsAraya RB-17, 36-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire20 x 1.50" Haro Holeshot
Wheel size20" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Head-tube angle72°
Wheelbase996.9 mm
Fork offset / rake31.8 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 23, 2026.